Which of the following foods contain fiber? F, G and H only ( nuts and seeds, whole fruits and veggies, and whole grain)

A thiamin (vitamin B-1) deficiency can lead to Beriberi

All of the following statements about perimenopause are true EXCEPT which one? A woman is usually infertile during this time

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The morning after an intense workout, you start feeling quite sore. You notice that you feel this way up to 72 hours after your workout, but then you feel as good as new. Which type of muscle soreness are you experiencing? Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

True or False: Fish that live in warm, sunny waters contain more Omega-3's. False

True or False: "Natural" is synonymous with "organic" when it comes to food. False

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1. The morning after an intense workout, you start feeling quite sore. You notice that you feel this way up to 72 hours after your workout, but then you feel as good as new. Which type of muscle soreness are you experiencing? Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. 2. True or False: Besides foods fortified with calcium, you can only get calcium from dairy foods like milk and yogurt. False. 3. Which of the following can help reduce the length and severity of colds and flu? A, B, and C only. Eating dark green veggies, Drinking lots of water, and Getting plenty of rest. 4. _ is the painful sensation or state of weakness caused by the need of food. Hunger. 5. You pack a lunch that contains a turkey and cheese sandwich. How soon must you put your lunch in the refrigerator so that it remains safe to eat? 2 hours.

1.To build strength, your muscles must work ___ than they are used to. (Harder)

2.Which of the following vitamins is water-soluble? ( Vitamin B 12)

3.True or False: Removing the skin from a butter-basted turkey will reduce your caloric intake by about 80 calories. ( False)

4.Which type of fat is solid at room temperature? ( Saturated Fat)

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1. True or False: The nutrient content of an egg depends mostly of whether or not the eggs come from free range chickens. False. 2. Which type of fat is solid at room temperature? Saturated fat. 3. True or False: Women need more folic acid than men do. False.

Wearing ankle or wrist weights is a safe way to add intensity to your walks. False

According to research conducted at Tufts University, people who consume the most whole grains are ___ less likely to develop diabetes. 42%

True or False: Vitamin C is only found in fruits. False

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1.How often should you strength train with each major muscle group? (2-3 times a week)

2.Which chronic condition is mostly commonly called the 'silent killer' because it often presents with no symptoms? ( High Blood pressure)

3.If you take time off or stop strength training, how quickly will your muscles begin to lose strength? (Within 2 weeks)

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True or False: After a hard workout, you should see weight loss almost immediately. False

True or False: As long as you're working hard, you don't need to change your workout routine. False

A single serving of bread is equal to: 1 oz

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1. How many types of diabetes are there? Three. 2. True or False: The elderly are more likely to be depressed than any other age group. False. 3. True or False: Sensitivities to specific allergens (such as pollen) are inherited. False.

4.True or False: Americans eat more ice cream per year than any other country (False)

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1. True or False: Osteoarthritis most often affects the wrists and elbows. False. 2. How often should a healthy person get his or her blood pressure checked? Every time you see the doctor. 3. A woman is said to be in menopause when: She has gone for one full year without experience a menstrual period. 4. What is the most accurate method of measuring body fat percentage? Underwater weighing.

Beans, peas, lentils and oats are good sources of which kind of fiber? soluble fiber

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6.Where is most of the body's serotonin located? ( In the gastrointestinal tract )

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True or False: If you don't have allergies by the time you're 30, you won't develop them later in life. False

True or False: HDL cholesterol is the healthy kind. True

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1. True or False: HDL cholesterol is the healthy kind. True. 2. For optimum health, you want your HDL cholesterol to be...High (greater than 60 mg/dL). 3. What do all three types of diabetes (type 1, type 2, gestational) have in common? They result in high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. 4. True of False: The frozen dessert known as "Italian ice" contains milk, just like ice cream does. False.

1.Which of the following statements about ALA (Alpha-linolenic acid) is FALSE? (Your body converts it to DHA very efficiently ) 2.True or False: Depression can occur when other areas of your life are going well. ( True) 3.Strength training builds stronger muscles, but what else does it help strengthen?( Tendons, Ligaments, Bones, Joints) All of the listed answers

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1. What does hypertension mean? High blood pressure. 2. Which of the following statements about sugar alcohols is FALSE? They contain 1/8 the calories that sugar does. 3. True or False: Regularly walking about 10,000 steps per day can help lower blood pressure. True. 4. What would happen if you ate two peanut butter cookies instead of two (plain) sugar cookies? You'd consume fewer calories. 5. True or False: One ounce of dark chocolate contains as much caffeine as an 8-ounce cup of coffee. False. 6. Osteoporosis (bone loss) is a common concern for aging women who can help prevent it by: All of the above (Getting vitamin D from sunlight, food and supplements, Taking a multivitamin daily, Eating a diet rich in calcium, and Performing regular exercise).

Which vitamin is BEST known for helping promote good vision and eye health? Vitamin A

True or False: Your body needs both major minerals and trace minerals each day. True

True or False: Breastfeeding longer than six months INCREASES a child's risk of developing allergies. False

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1. True or False: Untreated depression can lead to a weakened immune system. True. 2. True or False: Depression is a normal part of life. False. 3. All of the following statements about perimenopause are true EXCEPT which one? A woman is usually infertile during this time.

True or False: Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. True

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1.True or False: Brown eggs and white eggs have the same nutritional value. (True)

2.What are the 4 fat-soluble vitamins?( vitamins A, D E & K)

3.True or False: Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. ( False)

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True or False: Ramping up your B-12 and folate (folic acid) intake can help cure a bad mood. I put false - answer is true

True or False: Eggs are a lower-quality protein than poultry, beef, fish, and beans. False

True or False: If you exercise regularly, it's possible to reduce your cholesterol even if you don't lose weight. True

True or False: Osteoarthritis most often affects the wrists and elbows. False

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1. True or False: A person with a chronic condition should always get clearance from a doctor before starting an exercise program. True. 2. Roughly how many calories do people burn by cleaning their houses each year? 50,000. 3. What might happen if you don't properly cool down after exercise? All of the above (Dizziness, Fainting, Blood pooling, Muscle soreness). 4. What BMI (body mass index range is considered healthy? (18.5-24.9). 5. After an intense workout, what nutrient does your body need most? Carbohydrates.

True or False: Americans eat more ice cream per year than any other country. False

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1.True or False: People can have type 2 diabetes and show no symptoms. (True)

2.True or False: Residents of developed countries (like the U.S.) are MORE likely to experience allergies than people in developing areas of the world. ( True)

3.True or False: Too much iron can be toxic. (True)

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1. True or False: If people only ate healthful foods like fruits and vegetables they would never gain weight. False. 2. How is blood pressure measured? mm HG. 3. What does the word "aerobic" mean? "With oxygen". 4. Which vitamin is BEST known for helping promote good vision and eye health? Vitamin A.

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1.What is the name of the condition of an UNDERACTIVE thyroid? (Hypothyroid )

2.True or False: 'Whole grain' is the same thing as 'whole wheat.' (False)

3.Bran is removed from wheat kernels to make white flour. What nutrients does this bran contain? ( B- vitamins , Fiber, Trace minerals) (all of them)

4.Which burger is lower in fat? ( Wendy’s Jr. hamburger)

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1. How many calories does a single gram of carbohydrates provide? 4 calories. 2. What is the role of insulin in the body? It helps converts glucose (from food) into usable energy. 3. How many calories does a single gram of alcohol contain? 7 calories. 4. True or False: Carbohydrates are the only source of energy used by the brain. True. 5. What causes the common cold? Exposure to a virus.

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1. How many cups of popcorn does a large tub from a movie theater usually contain? 20 cups. 2. True or False: When you get sick, you should "feed a cold and starve a fever" to recover sooner. False. 3. What type of stretching should always be avoided? Ballistic stretching. 4. True or False: Pollen counts are HIGHEST between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. False.

Which 3-oz. box of candy from a movie theatre contains the fewest total calories? Sno-caps

True or False: The only symptom of insomnia is difficulty falling asleep. False

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2.If left uncontrolled, diabetes can lead to( Blindness, gum disease, Digestive problems, Kidney damage or failure, impotence, amputation) the answer was all of them

3.True or False: Alcohol is metabolized DIFFERENTLY than other foods and beverages. (True) reading the exclamation doesn’t paint a good process

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1. You can "cheat" on the amount of sleep you get. False. 2. True or False: It's normal for people to become depressed as they get older. False. 3. Of adults with arthritis, how many take part in a regular exercise program? 2/3. 4. If you consume a late-night meal and then go to bed without exercising, what happens to the food you eat? It is metabolized the same way as if you ate it earlier in the day.

True or False: It's best to start your strength-training workouts with exercises for larger muscles and then work on your smaller muscles. True

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2.Which of the following supplements can help prevent colds and the flu? (Echinacea, Vitamin C, Zinc) None of the answers

3.True or False: Exercising on an empty stomach, such as first thing in the morning, will help your body burn more fat. (False)

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True or False: Dutch-processed chocolate contains the most antioxidants. False

People who smoke need twice as much of what vitamin? Vitamin C

True or False: If you feel any discomfort whatsoever during exercise, you should stop. False

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1. True or False: Even if you eat healthy and exercise regularly, your cholesterol levels are more likely to be elevated if your are overweight. True. 2. What common food source is usually fortified with vitamin D? Milk. 3. According to the USDA, which chocolate product contains the highest concentration of healthy compounds? Unsweetened cocoa powder. 4. True or False: The U.S. imports more cocoa beans than any other country. True. 5. True or False: As long as you're working hard, you don't need to change your workout routine. False.

1.Combining frozen fruit and sugar will give you what frozen dessert? ( Sorbet)

2.Osteoporosis (bone loss) is a common concern for aging women who can help prevent it by: ( Getting vitamin D from sunlight, food and supplements ,Taking a multivitamin daily ,Eating a diet rich in calcium, Performing regular exercise - All were correct answers) 3.Which of the following statements about sugar alcohols is FALSE? ( They contain 1/8 the calories that sugar does )

4.True or False: Fish that live in warm, sunny waters contain more Omega-3's. (False)

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1. True or False: Snoring can be a symptom of sleep apnea. True. 2. How many calories does a single gram of fat provide? 9. 3. Which chronic condition is most commonly called "silent killer" because it often presents with no symptoms? High blood pressure. 4. True or False: The only symptom of insomnia is difficulty falling asleep. False. 5. Which of the following foods may help reduce your risk of osteoarthritis? A, B, C and D only (Flaxseeds, Pumpkin seeds, Hempseeds and Salmon). 6. In the U.S., how far does the average food item travel before it reaches your table? Over 1,000 miles.

Which conventionally grown fruit tends to be HIGHEST in pesticide residue? Peaches

True or False: The U.S. imports more cocoa beans than any other country. True

Which of the following statements about HDL is FALSE? It's the unhealthy cholesterol

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1.Which of the following is NOT a good nutrition strategy for type 2 diabetics? (Eating fat with every meal and snack )

2.True or False: With proper treatment, osteoarthritis is curable. (False)

3.Approximately how many varieties of tea are there? (3,000)

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1. True or False: Skipping the cool down at the end of your workout can lead to dizziness and/or faintness. True. 2. How much dietary cholesterol should you consume from foods each day? Less than 300 milligrams. 3. True or False: Your body needs cholesterol to be healthy. True.

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